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Prime Minister's Office
PM expresses grief over the loss of lives due to landslide in HP
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the loss of lives due to landslide related accidents in Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi district.
“Pained by the loss of lives due to landslide related accidents in HP’s Mandi district. My condolences with the families of the deceased.
I pray for the quick recovery of those injured in Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh.
Team of NDRF is going to Mandi to take part in the rescue and relief operations and provide all possible assistance required.” the Prime Minister said.
Ministry of Civil Aviation
Cabinet approves proposal of AAI for surrendering encroached AAI’s land measuring 106.76 acres at Bhopal Airport – to Madhya Pradesh Government
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved proposal of Airports Authority of India  for surrendering encroached AAI’s land measuring 106.76 acres situated at Gandhi Nagar, Bhopal to the State Government of Madhya Pradesh . It is in lieu of 96.56 acres of land already handed over by the Government of M.P. The remaining 10.20 acres  of land will be handed over by the Government of M.P. to A.A.I.
Benefits:
In lieu of AAI’s 106.76 acres encroached land, the Government of M.P. has agreed to provide land measuring 96.56 acres approx. which is contiguous to the existing land of Bhopal Airport and can be utilized by AAI for aviation purposes. This will help in freeing up AAI’s land measuring 106.76 acres which is already being utilized by the State Government of M.P. for various purposes i.e. establishment of Government Offices, public amenities services, and for rehabilitation of migrated Sindhi families. In lieu of this land, as of now, the State Government has agreed to provide 96.56 acres of land, contiguous to Bhopal Airport, to AAI, for aviation purposes. Further, the land offered by State Government in lieu of this land can be judicially utilized by the AAI for aviation-related activities. Hence, the approval will benefit people at large.
Special Service and Features
Interview at Central Institute of Fisheries Technology
(Kochi: September 20, 2022
Central Institute of Fisheries Technology, Kochi will conduct interview for two temporary vacancies on contract basis. Applications are invited for the posts of Senior Fellow in Food Safety and Nutrition  and Junior Fellow in Food Safety and Nutrition  for the project “Network for Scientific Cooperation for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition” ” funded by FSSAI. The post is purely on contractual basis for the period up to 31st March 2024 and based at Cochin. The last date for submission of application is 25.09.2022. Date and time for the interview will be intimated to the shortlisted candidates in due course. More information is available on the website of the institute- www.cift.res.in.
Prime Minister's Office
PM greets people on the occasion of Samvatsari
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the people on the occasion of Samvatsari.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
"Michhami Dukkadam!
Samvatsari emphasises on forgiveness. May there be no ill-feelings towards anyone. May the spirit of kindness and brotherhood always prevail."
Ministry of Defence
DRDO conducts successful maiden flight-test of Phase-II Ballistic Missile Defence interceptor off Odisha coast
Defence Research & Development Organisation  conducted a successful maiden flight-test of Phase-II Ballistic Missile Defence  interceptor AD-1 missile with large kill altitude bracket from APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha on November 02, 2022. The flight-test was carried out with participation of all BMD weapon system elements located at different geographical locations.
The AD-1 is a long-range interceptor missile designed for both low exo-atmospheric and endo-atmospheric interception of long-range ballistic missiles as well as aircraft. It is propelled by a two-stage solid motor and equipped with indigenously-developed advanced control system, navigation and guidance algorithm to precisely guide the vehicle to the target.
During the flight-test, all the sub-systems performed as per expectations and were validated by the data captured by a number of range sensors including Radar, Telemetry and Electro Optical Tracking stations deployed to capture the flight data.
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO and other teams associated with successful flight trial of AD-1. He termed it as a unique type of interceptor with advanced technologies available with a very few nations in the world. He exuded confidence that it will further strengthen the country’s BMD capability to the next level.
Secretary, Department of Defence R&D and Chairman, DRDO Dr Samir V Kamat congratulated his team on the successful trial, stating that this interceptor will provide great operational flexibility to the users and having capability to engage many different types of targets.
President's Secretariat
Parliamentary delegation from Israel calls on the President
A Parliamentary Delegation from Israel, led by the Speaker of Knesset, H.E. Mr Amir Ohana called on President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan today .
Welcoming the delegation, the President said that over the last 30 years, the diplomatic relations between the two countries have grown into a multidimensional strategic partnership.
The President noted that throughout their long history, the Jewish communities in India have maintained, and enriched their unique heritage and traditions. She said that the Jewish people have been - and will always be - an integral part of India’s composite society.
The President said that in India, Israel is well known as a key source of expertise in advanced agriculture and water technologies. Our collaboration in research and innovation has also boosted the ‘Make in India’ initiative. She was happy to note the success of ‘Centres of Excellence’ set up with Israeli assistance across India.
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Nitu Ghanghas for winning gold in Women's Boxing World Championships
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Nitu Ghanghas for winning gold in Women's Boxing World Championships.
The Prime Minister tweeted :
"Congratulations to
@NituGhanghas333 on winning the prestigious Gold Medal in the Women's Boxing World Championships. India is elated by her remarkable feat."
Special Service and Features
Gold worth Rs. 36.8lakhs seized by Chennai Air Customs at Airport
On Monday three passengers two from Hyderabad,and one from Vijaywadawho arrived from Riyadh by Indigo flight 6E-8762, were intercepted atexit of customs arrival hall on suspicion of carrying gold. On their personal search2 gold bars, each weighing tentolas of 24k purity were recovered from their trouser pockets. Total 6gold bars weighing 696 gramsvalued Rs. 36.8 lakhs were recovered and seized under Customs Act 1962.
Further investigation is under process.
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Special Service and Features
IIT Madras to collaborate with National Institute of Siddha on Research & Clinical Studies
Indian Institute of Technology Madras is partnering with National Institute of Siddha , a Centre of Excellence for Research and Higher Education in Siddha system of Medicine in Chennai, on training, Research and Clinical Studies.
This partnership is expected to result in development of new collaborative teaching programmes and research in the areas of clinical research, molecular biology and in-vitro cell line studies and health system research besides in exchange of faculty members.
A MoU towards this effect was signed recently by Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, and Dr. R. Meenakumari, Director, NIS, in the presence of Prof. Ravindra Gettu, IIT Madras.
Highlighting the impact of this collaboration, Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, said, “Siddha is a very important school of Indian Medicine. This collaboration will focus on establishing a scientific basis that explains the efficacy of Siddha medicines.”
The Institutes will also jointly organize seminars, workshops, webinars, conferences, continuing education programmes [including Continuing Medical Education ] and develop academic programmes. They will also promote the exchange of students, PhD, Postdoctoral Scholars and faculty for teachingtraining programmes.
Speaking about the outcomes envisaged from this partnership, Dr. R. Meenakumari, Director, National Institute of Siddha , said,“National Institute of Siddha is glad to sign MoU with IITM, a premium institute of the nation. We hope that the collaboration will open new avenues for knowledge sharing about the tremendous therapeutic potential of available Siddha medicine and the application of cutting-edge technology of IITM in scientific validation of Siddha formulations, identification of its bioactive molecule and mechanism of action.”
Further, Dr. Meenakumari said,“The collaboration of the two institutes will also enhance exposure of students in the important area of herbal research and technology. The institutions also hope to co-organize high-impact events in the field of technological intervention in traditional system of medicine. We look forward to working together with IITM for mutual benefit and for advancement of Siddha healthcare system.”
The National Institute of Siddha works towards promoting the growth and development of Siddha system of medicine and undertaking research in Siddha system, among other works. The NIS Chennai works to improve the quality and standards of Postgraduate education in Siddha System and to conduct research and validate the Siddha medicines for selected diseases
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Ministry of Defence
35TH EDITION OF INDO-THAI COORDINATED PATROL 
The 35th edition of India-Thailand Coordinated Patrol  between the Indian Navy and the Royal Thai Navy was conducted from 03 – 10 May 2023. Indian Naval Ship  Kesari, an indigenously built LST  and His Thai Majesty’s Ship  Saiburi, a Chao Phraya Class Frigate, along with Maritime Patrol Aircraft from both navies participated in the CORPAT along the IMBL in the Andaman Sea.
Towards reinforcing maritime linkages between the two countries and with an aim of keeping this vital part of the Indian Ocean safe and secure for international trade, the Indian Navy and the Royal Thai Navy have been undertaking CORPAT bi-annually since 2005 along the International Maritime Boundary Line . CORPAT builds up understanding and interoperability between navies and facilitates instituting measures to prevent and suppress unlawful activities like Illegal Unreported Unregulated  fishing, drug trafficking, piracy and armed robbery. It further helps enhance the operational synergy by exchanging information for the prevention of smuggling, and illegal immigration and for the conduct of Search and Rescue  operations at sea.
As part of the Government of India’s vision of SAGAR , the Indian Navy has been proactively engaging with the countries in the Indian Ocean Region towards enhancing regional maritime security. This has been achieved through bilateral and multilateral exercises, Coordinated Patrols, Joint EEZ Surveillance, and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief  operations. The Indian Navy and Royal Thai Navy have enjoyed a close and friendly relationship covering a wide spectrum of activities and interactions, which have strengthened over the years.
The 35th Indo-Thai CORPAT is another step towards enhancing Indian Navy’s efforts to consolidate inter-operability and forge strong bonds of friendship between India and Thailand.
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Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
Insurance for Gas Cylinder Blast Victims
Oil Marketing Companies  take comprehensive Insurance Policy under ‘Public Liability Policy for Oil Industries’ to provide speedy relief to the affected persons in case of LPG related accidents. It covers all LPG consumers registered with OMCs. Public Liability Insurance Policy taken by OMCs covers losses arising out of accidents where LPG is the primary cause of fire and not for cases where the primary cause of fire is other sources/reason wherein LPG cylinders gets engulfed and subsequently burst. Currently, the policy provides for the following:
 Personal accident cover of Rs 6,00,000/- per person in case of death.
 Covers medical expenses of Rs 30 lakh per event with maximum of Rs 2,00,000/- per person.
 In case of property damage, it covers maximum of Rs2,00,000/- per event at authorised
customer’s registered premises.
OMCs provide Safety cum Insurance leaflet in Hindi/English and in vernacular languages, with pictorial representation to the customers. Information pertaining to Public Liability Insurance Policy is also available in public domain on the OMC’s websites. Further, regular safety clinics and LPG panchayats are organised by OMCs to create awareness on safe use of LPG, conservation practices and information about insurance among the consumers.
Following are details of total number of LPG accidents, deaths reported and compensation paid in the last three years where LPG leakage is the primary cause of fire: -
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Year
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Accident
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Fatalities
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Amount of compensation 
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2016-17
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929
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267
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22.83
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2017-18
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1151
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292
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17.39
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2018-19
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983
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254
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7.10Provisional
This information was given by the Union Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas Shri Dharmendra Pradhan in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Finance
Greater number of women beneficiaries enroll with 10.26 crore in PMSBY and 3.42 crore in PMJJBY
Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana  and Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana  were launched on 9th May, 2015 with a view to enhance the level of insurance penetration in the country and to provide insurance cover to common people, especially poor and the under-privileged sections of the society. This was stated by Union Minister of State for Finance Dr Bhagwat Kisanrao Karad in written reply to a question in Lok Sabha.
The Minister stated that since its launch, the Schemes have seen significant growth in terms of cumulative Number of women enrolled thereunder:
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PMJJBY
No. of Women Beneficiaries
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PMSBY
No. of Women Beneficiaries
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3,42,40,254
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10,26,45,751
Source: As reported by Banks on FI Portal
The Minister stated that Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana  and Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana  are demand driven and consent based schemes and no assistance is provided by the Union Government for payment of premium under PMJJBY and PMSBY presently, the Minister added.
Giving more information, the Minister stated, as per the information provided by Insurance companies, details of claims paid to beneficiaries for women insured in the country till 27.10.2021 under PMJJBY and PMSBY is as under:
Number of Women beneficiaries 
and amount of claims paid till 27.10.2021.
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Number of Women beneficiaries  and amount of claims paid till 27.10.2021.
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PMJJBY
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PMSBY
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Number:
1,60,925
Amount Paid:
Rs.3,218.5
crores
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Number:
14,818
Amount Paid:
Rs.294.93
crores
The Minister stated that while PMJJBY offers life insurance cover of Rs 2 lakh, PMSBY offers accidental death or total permanent disability cover of Rs. 2 lakhs and permanent partial disability cover of Rs. 1 lakh. State-wise details of beneficiaries enrolled under the Schemes is at ANNEXURE A.
As per information furnished by Insurance Companies, the Minister stated that 5,12,915 numbers of claims amounting to Rs 10,258 crore and 92,266 numbers of claims amounting to Rs 1,797 crore have been disbursed under PMJJBY and PMSBY respectively as on 27.10.2021. State-wise numbers and details of enrolled beneficiaries who have been benefitted since the start of the said Schemes till October, 2021 is at ANNEXURE B.
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
MSP operation during Kharif Marketing Season 2020-21
Paddy procurement for KMS 2020-21 gains good momentum with procurement crossing One crore metric ton mark
Till 20.10.2020, a quantity of 236748 cotton bales valuing Rs. 66842.28 lakh procured
Government continues to procure Kharif 2020-21 crops at its MSP from farmers as per its existing MSP Schemes as was done in previous seasons.
Paddy procurement for KMS 2020-21 has gained good omentum now with procurement crossing One Crore Metric Ton  mark with purchase of over 106.88 Lac MT from 9.37 Lac farmers of 7 procuring States/UTs valuing more than ₹20180.50 Crore at Minimum Support Price  of Rs18880 per MT. Paddy procurement during corresponding period of KMS 2019-20 was 84.88 LMT. Therefore procurement in current season exceeds procurement in previous season by 25.92%.
Further, based on the proposal from the States, approval was accorded for procurement of 42.46 LMT of Pulse and Oilseeds of Kharif Marketing Season 2020 for the States of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Telangana, Gujarat, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh under Price Support Scheme  . Further, sanction for procurement of 1.23 LMT of Copra  for the States of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala was also given. For other States/UTs, approval will also be accorded on receipt of proposals for procurement of Pulses, Oilseeds and Copra under PSS so that procurement of FAQ grade of these crops can be made at notified MSP for the year 2020-21 directly from the registered farmers, if the market rate goes below MSP during the notified harvesting period in the respective States/UTs by the Central Nodal Agencies through State nominated procuring agencies.
Upto 20.10.2020, the Government through its Nodal Agencies has procured 863.39 MT of Moong and Urad having MSP value of Rs.6.02 Crores benefitting 819 farmers in Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and Haryana. Similarly, 5089 MT of Copra  having MSP value of Rs. 52.40 crore has been procured benefitting 3961 farmers in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. In respect of Copra and Urad, rates are ruling above MSP in most of the major producing States. The respective State/UTs Governments are making necessary arrangements for commencement of procurement from the date as decided by the respective States based on the arrivals in respect of Kharif Pulses and Oilseeds.
Cotton procurement operations under MSP are going on smoothly in the States of Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. Till 20.10.2020, a quantity of 236748 cotton bales valuing Rs.66842.28 lakh has been procured benefitting 46706 farmers as against 2335 bales procured during corresponding period of last year.
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Reservation in Appointment on Compassionate Ground
As per extant instructions, upto a maximum of 5% of direct recruitment vacancies arising in a year in Group ‘C’ posts can be filled up by compassionate appointment. There is no fixed quota of posts to be filled up annually on compassionate grounds, as compassionate appointments are to be made by the administrative Ministries/Departments as per the general policy guidelines laid by the Department of Personnel and Training subject to availability of vacancies, number of applicants seeking compassionate appointment etc.
A person selected for appointment on compassionate grounds is to be adjusted in the reservation roster against the appropriate category, viz. a candidate belonging to SC/ST/OBC/General category would occupy the position allocated to the respective category, in the roster.
This information was provided by the Union Minister of State  Development of North-Eastern Region , MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh in written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Finance
GST Revenue collection for September 2018 crossed Rs 94,000 crore
Revenues collected in September shows an upward trend as compared to August, 2018
The total gross GST revenue collected in the month of September, 2018 is Rs. 94,442 crore of which CGST is Rs. 15,318 crore, SGST is Rs. 21,061 crore, IGST is Rs. 50,070 crore  and Cess is Rs. 7,993 crore . The total number of GSTR 3B Returns filed for the month of August up to 30th September, 2018 is 67 lakh.
The total revenue earned by Central Government and the State Governments after settlement in the month of September, 2018 is Rs. 30,574 crore for CGST and Rs. 35,015 crore for the SGST.
The revenues collected in September, 2018 of Rs. 94,442 crore shows an upward trend as compared to August, 2018 collection of Rs. 93,690 crore. The chart shows trends in revenue during the current year.
Ministry of Steel
AIL-BSL signs MoU with Telecommunications Consultants India Limited 
SAIL-Bokaro Steel Plant  has entered into an MoU with Telecommunications Consultants India Limited  to explore potential of application of 5G/ IT/ Telecom and other wireless communication technologies in SAIL-Bokaro Steel Plant including SAIL’s Mines & Collieries, Central Coal Supply Organization and the SAIL Refractory Unit in Jharkhand. The MoU was signed at SAIL’s Bokaro Steel Plant on 21st April, 2023. From SAIL- BSL side B.K.Tiwari, Executive Director  and from TCIL side Ms Alka Selot Asthana, Executive Director  signed the MOU in the presence of senior officials from both the organizations.
SAIL-BSL has taken this initiative of becoming the first PSU in the country to take initiative for setting up a dedicated 5G network with the help of TCIL which will pave way for application of 5G/ IT / Telecom technologies in Steel manufacturing. Besides steel plant, this partnership will also be useful in providing innovative solutions in SAIL Mines and Collieries in Jharkhand, Smart Cities etc.
Ms Alka Selot Asthana, Executive Director , elaborated that TCIL has the necessary expertise, experience, and resources to provide turnkey solutions for deployment, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of 5G/ IT / Telecom technologies for SAIL-BSL.